Rocky Mountain Bead Society
2008 Classes

Last updated: 24 APR 2008

 

Bazaar

Classes

Schedule

Teachers

Registration

The 2008 Bead Bazaar class descriptions are listed blow in class-number order. Click a person's name to see a short biography of that teacher, if available.

You may view most of the actual class projects at the last three meetings of the RMBS prior to the Bazaar and at the Registration Desk at the Bazaar.

Please read "Kit" and "Supply List" information carefully!

Typically, for beading classes you might consider bringing scissors, beading pad or trays, needles, thread, worklight with extension cord, and magnifiers (if needed).

CLASS REGISTRATION BY MAIL IS CLOSED!

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26-01 Saguro Palitos Necklace Day: Saturday, April 26, 2008 Hours: 9:00 a.m. (5-6 hours) Teacher: Ann Severine Class Level: All Complete in Class? No Prerequisite: Students must have some experience with off-loom seed beads. Kit Mandatory? No Cost: $50; Non-mandatory Kit Fee $18      Kit will be available for purchase.      See kit contents for supplies if bringing your own. Class Limit: 20 people; Min. 3; To date: 1 Medium/Technique: Saraguro Netting Click image for larger view

Class Description: This necklace can be a solid color, a different color for each row, or a brightly shaded rainbow wave. You also may create your own design! Non-Mandatory Kit: Aproximately 40 grams of size 11 seed beads (brights, pastels or solid color), Nymo (D), size 10 needles. Graph paper will be provided for students designing their own. Student Supplied Supplies: Scissors bead mat, light thread conditioner. Optional: Colored pencils.

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26-02 Bead Embroidered Pendant Day: Saturday, April 26, 2008 Hours: 9:00 a.m. (5-6 hours) Teacher: Leah Ready Class Level: All Complete in Class? No Prerequisite: A willingness to learn and a good sense of humor. Kit Mandatory? Yes Cost: $50; Mandatory Kit Fee $30 Class Limit: 16 people; Min. 4; To date: 8 Medium/Technique: Bead Embroidery, Finishing, Peyote, Brick Click image for larger view

Class Description: Learn basic bead embroidery techniques while creating a pendant of your own design. Learn layout and design, use of color, and finishing techniques. Mandatory Kit: Lacey's stiff stuff, ultra suede, size 14 and 15 seed beads, delicas, cabochon, kit variables (pearls, crystals, bugles, lentils, drops). Student Supplied Supplies: SoNo or Nymo (D), sharp scissors, #12 sharps needles, light, E6000 glue.

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26-03 Jewels for an Empress Day: Saturday, April 26, 2008 Hours: 9:00 a.m. (5-6 hours) Teacher: Jeannette Cook Class Level: Intermediate/Advanced Complete in Class? Yes Prerequisite: Must be able to do Right Angle Weave and Peyote unassisted. Kit Mandatory? Yes Cost: $75; Mandatory Kit Fee $60 (change from $72) Class Limit: 20 people; Min. 8; To date: 4 Medium/Technique: Peyote, Right Angle Weave Click image for larger view

Class Description: Feel Like an Empress when you wear these fabulous bejeweled necklaces. Using several stitches you will create components that enhance Swarovski rhinestones, frames, and crystals. Configurations are endless and stunning. Mandatory Kit: Kit includes two Swarovski rhinestones, one square frames, six 4mm bicone crystals, delica beads, size 15 seed beads. Student Supplied Supplies: Size 12 beading needles, favorite thread, light.

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26-04 Intro to Micro-Macramé Jewelry Day: Saturday, April 26, 2008 Hours: 9:30 a.m. (3-4 hours) Teacher: Joan Babcock Class Level: All Complete in Class? Yes Prerequisite: None Kit Mandatory? Yes Cost: $40; Mandatory Kit Fee $10 Class Limit: 16 people; Min. 8; To date: 14 Medium/Technique: Micro-Macramé Click image for larger view

Class Description: This class will cover the basics of tools, materials, essential knots, and techniques. Students will work on a practice sampler in class, and start a bookmark to finish after class. Mandatory Kit: Knot Diagrams, practice cord,instructions, beads, and cord for a bookmark. Student Supplied Supplies: Macramé board (cork or fiber), scissors, sewing pins (10-20 standard with balls on end). Email joan@joanbabcock.com with any questions about supplies.

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26-05 Pearl Knotting Day: Saturday, April 26, 2008 Hours: 9:30 a.m. (3-4 hours) Teacher: Karey Grant Class Level: All Complete in Class? No Prerequisite: None Kit Mandatory? Yes Cost: $30; Mandatory Kit Fee $15 Class Limit: 10 people; Min. 3; To date: 7 Medium/Technique: Fiber Art Click image for larger view

Class Description: Knotting is a great technique to protect your beads as well as a classic design element. Learn how to knot without the use of tools but only by using your hands. Mandatory Kit: Champion silk, nylon, sterling silver findings (chain, clasp, end tips). Freshwater pearls and wire as needed. Student Supplied Supplies: Optional accent beads, cutters, needle nose pliers.

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26-06 Twisted Wire Bracelet Day: Saturday, April 26, 2008 Hours: 9:300 a.m. (3-4 hours) Teacher: Dina Green Class Level: Beginner Complete in Class? Yes Prerequisite: A basic knowledge of jewelry making tools as well as experience wire wrapping. Kit Mandatory? Yes Cost: $25; Mandatory Kit Fee $38 Class Limit: 12 people; Min. 3; To date: 6 Medium/Technique: Wire Wrap Click image for larger view

Class Description: A silver bracelet never goes out of style! Learn to make this classic-styled sterling silver bracelet using twisted wire tubes for a "bali bead" look. Mandatory Kit: All materials will be included. Student Supplied Supplies: Round nose pliers, chain or flat nose pliers, flush cut clippers, medium or fine metal file, tape measure, work surface.

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26-07 Beginning Kumihimo Day: Saturday, April 26, 2008 Hours: 9:30 a.m. (3-4 hours) Teacher: Pennie Cook Class Level: Beginner Complete in Class? Yes Prerequisite: None Kit Mandatory? Yes Cost: $45; Mandatory Kit Fee $35 Class Limit: 15 people; Min. 3; To date: 7 Medium/Technique: Kumihimo Click image for larger view

Class Description: Have fun with the endless color combinations of Kumihimo. Learn the basic round braid using eight fibers on the disk, then sparkle by braiding with beads. Finishing and embellishment methods will also be shown. Mandatory Kit: Kumihimo disk warping spools, fibers, end caps beads, focal piece. Student Supplied Supplies: Scissors, beading mat, beading needles, flat nose pliers (optional).

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26-08 Russian Rope Day: Saturday, April 26, 2008 Hours: 9:30 a.m. (3-4 hours) Teacher: Sonja Colt Class Level: All Complete in Class? Yes Prerequisite: Thread a needle. Kit Mandatory? Yes Cost: $37; Mandatory Kit Fee $12 Class Limit: 12 people; Min. 4; To date: 4 Medium/Technique: Russian Lace Click image for larger view

Class Description: Once you feel this slinky, sensuous stitch it might become your favorite. Color contrasts and ease of stitching work into a bracelet, necklace, or pendant forms. It's Russian Lace! Mandatory Kit: Seed beads, clasp, French wire, thread embellishments. Student Supplied Supplies: Bead mat, beading needles, scissors, thread conditioner.

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26-09 Reversible Pendant Day: Saturday, April 26, 2008 Hours: 9:30 a.m. (3-4 hours) Teacher: Kelly Wiese Class Level: Intermediate Complete in Class? No Prerequisite: Knowledge of Peyote and netting helpful. Kit Mandatory? Yes Cost: $30; Mandatory Kit Fee $25 Class Limit: 15 people; Min. 3; To date: 7 Medium/Technique: Peyote, Netting Click image for larger view

Class Description: In this class several techniques will be used to encase crystals to make a Reversible Pendant. Mandatory Kit: Seed beads, crystals, delicas, clasp, needles, thread. Student Supplied Supplies: Scissors, bead mat.

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26-10 Intro to Micro-Macramé Jewelry THIS CLASS IS FULL Day: Saturday, April 26, 2008 Hours: 1:00 p.m. (3-4 hours) Teacher: Joan Babcock Class Level: All Complete in Class? Yes Prerequisite: None Kit Mandatory? Yes Cost: $40; Mandatory Kit Fee $10 Class Limit: 16 people; Min. 8 Medium/Technique: Micro-Macramé Click image for larger view

Class Description: This class will cover the basics of tools, materials, essential knots, and techniques. Students will work on a practice sampler in class, and start a bookmark to finish after class. Mandatory Kit: Knot Diagrams, practice cord,instructions,beads and cord for a bookmark. Student Supplied Supplies: Macramé board (cork orfiber), scissors, sewing pins (10-20 standard with balls on end). Email joan@joanbabcock.com with any questions about supplies.

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26-11 Beginning Chain-mail Day: Saturday, April 26, 2008 Hours: 1:00 p.m. (3-4 hours) Teacher: Rex Brown Class Level: All Complete in Class? Yes Prerequisite: None Kit Mandatory? Yes Cost: $50; Mandatory Kit Fee $15 Class Limit: 20 people; Min. 1; To date: 5 Medium/Technique: Chain-mail Click image for larger view

Class Description: You will learn two chain-mail weaves, enabling you to leave with a complete bracelet and set of earrings, and the materials and knowledge to create more on your own. Mandatory Kit: Case, pliers, rings. Student Supplied Supplies: None

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26-12 Create a Wire Wrap Pendant Day: Saturday, April 26, 2008 Hours: 1:00 p.m. (3-4 hours) Teacher: Zelda Bailey Class Level: All Complete in Class? Yes Prerequisite: None Kit Mandatory? Yes Cost: $40; Mandatory Kit Fee $40 Class Limit: 10 people; Min. 3; To date: 5 Medium/Technique: Wire Wrap Click image for larger view

Class Description: Master wire wrap basics; develop your unique style. For beginners and those already familiar with wire working. Mandatory Kit: Illustrated instruction book, choice of sterling silver or 14k Gold-filled wire, cabochon, polishing cloth, sharpie marker, work mat, ruler. Wire-work tools will be provided for class. Student Supplied Supplies: May bring wire-work tools, light, magnifying glass.

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26-13 Criss-Cross Bracelet Day: Saturday, April 26, 2008 Hours: 1:00 p.m. (3-4 hours) Teacher: Janet Kay Skeen Class Level: All Complete in Class? Yes Prerequisite: Must be able to thread your needle. Kit Mandatory? Yes Cost: $30; Mandatory Kit Fee $25 Class Limit: 10 people; Min. 3; To date: 4 Medium/Technique: Janet Kay's own technique. Click image for larger view

Class Description: Most students will complete in class. This is an off-loom weaving process that makes it perfect for the beginning to intermediate beader. You will learn to make circles and make them into "X"s. Bet you can't make just one! Mandatory Kit: Kit includes vintage Swarovski floret size 8 and 11 seed beeds, accent beads, thread, and needle. Student Supplied Supplies: Magnifying glasses, lamp.

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26-14 Budding Branches Day: Saturday, April 26, 2008 Hours: 1:00 p.m. (3-4 hours) Teacher: Karey Grant Class Level: All Complete in Class? Yes Prerequisite: None Kit Mandatory? Yes Cost: $30; Mandatory Kit Fee $25 Class Limit: 10 people; Min. 3; To date: 5 Medium/Technique: Wire Wrap Click image for larger view

Class Description: "Branch out" literally with this delicate sculptural option with wire. Develop comfort with non-traditional uses for wire as well. Mandatory Kit: Various pearls, sterling silver chain, sterling silver wire, and clasp. Student Supplied Supplies: Optional accent beads (for example, briolette), needle nose pliers, round nose pliers, cutters.

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26-15 Polymer Clay Day: Saturday, April 26, 2008 Hours: 1:00 p.m. (3-4 hours) Teacher: Mary Alicea-Moore Class Level: All Complete in Class? Yes Prerequisite: None Kit Mandatory? Yes Cost: $25; Mandatory Kit Fee $20 Class Limit: 8 people; Min. 3; To date: 5 Medium/Technique: Basic Polymer Clay Click image for larger view

Class Description: Come and let your imagination set you free. We will explore and explain Polymer Clay. Mandatory Kit: Roller, clay, tile, shoe box, blade, sandpaper, baby wipes, use of tools. Student Supplied Supplies: May bring rubber stamps, molds, cutters, textures.

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26-16 Fish Head Soup Bracelet Day: Saturday, April 26, 2008 Hours: 1:00 p.m. (3-4 hours) Teacher: Dustin Wedekind Class Level: All Complete in Class? Yes Prerequisite: Thread a needle, defensive driving skills. Kit Mandatory? No Cost: $45; Non-mandatory Kit Fee $25 Class Limit: 10 people; Min. 3; To date: 9 Medium/Technique: Seed Beads, Brick Stich Click image for larger view

Class Description: This texture-riffic bracelet has a brick-stitched clasp with a skull button connected by a spine of seed-bead ribs. Non-mandatory Kit: Size 8 and 11 seed beads, 3mm and 4mm cubes, lampworked button, size D thread, and beading needle. Student Supplied Supplies: Students must bring scissors, bead mat/bowl, X-ray apron if needed to shield pacemakers or microwaves from magnetic-clasp radiation.

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27-00 Beading for Kids Day: Sunday, April 27, 2008 Hours: 10:00 a.m. (2 hours) Teacher: Shawn Janecek Class Level: Must be willing to learn and follow instructions. Complete in Class? Yes Prerequisite: Must be 12 or older. Kit Mandatory? Yes Cost: $20 (Kit is included in the class price.) Class Limit: 15 people; Min. 3; To date: 2 Medium/Technique: Beginning beading

Class Description: This is a class just for our younger beaders to come and learn the fun of beading and walk away with a couple pair of earrings! Mandatory Kit: Kit includes seed beads, accent beads, ear wires, etc. Student Supplied Supplies: None

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27-01 Intro to ART Clay Silver Day: Sunday, April 27, 2008 Hours: 9:00 a.m. (5-6 hours) Teacher: Dana Peters Class Level: All Complete in Class? Yes Prerequisite: None Kit Mandatory? Yes Cost: $100; Mandatory Kit Fee $45 Class Limit: 12 people; Min. 4; To date: 9 Medium/Technique: ART Clay Silversmith Click image for larger view

Class Description: Learn how to form, fire, and finish your silver pieces while unleashing your imagination. Projects to explore in this class; pendants with texture and free form folding, lacey shapes, layers, and cutouts. Mandatory Kit: Clay and supplies for three projects (20 grams, syringe, and paste type), selected tools, and clay keepers. Student Supplied Supplies: Imagination! Bring favorite textures and cutters.

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27-02 Swag Collar Day: Sunday, April 27, 2008 Hours: 9:00 a.m (5-6 hours) Teacher: Melanie Potter Class Level: Intermediate Complete in Class? No Prerequisite: Peyote, Herringbone Kit Mandatory? Yes Cost: $50; Mandatory Kit Fee $85 Class Limit: 15 people; Min. 10; To date: 9 Medium/Technique: Peyote, Ndebele, Chevron chain Click image for larger view

Class Description: The collar mimics the grand and elaborate swags of eras gone by. Learn to bezel and create graduated swags. The closure is a simple lasso on the last Rivoli. Mandatory Kit: Japanese seed beads Size 15 in two colors, size 11 in two colors, size 8 in one color, 12mm Swarovski Rivolis, thread, and beading needles. Student Supplied Supplies: Scissors, beading mat, crystal or grey #4 fireline (optional), light.

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27-03 Macramé Fiber Bead Bracelet Day: Sunday, April 27, 2008 Hours: 9:30 a.m. (3-4 hour 1/2-day class) Teacher: Joan Babcock Class Level: All Complete in Class? No Prerequisite: Students must have basic micro-macramé experience. Kit Mandatory? Yes Cost: $40; Mandatory Kit Fee $12 Class Limit: 16 people; Min. 8; To date: 4 Medium/Technique: Micro-Macramé Click image for larger view

Class Description: Student will learn some of the fundementals of micro-macramˇ while making a fun and contemporary multi-strand bracelet. Mandatory Kit: Instructions, knot diagrams, bracelet cord and findings (does not include needles, thread, and beads). Student Supplied Supplies: Macramé board (cork or fiber), scissors, sewing pins (10-20 standard with balls on end). Students will also supply seed beads, accent beads, #10 sharps needle, big-eye needle, Nymo D to compliment bead color, and 80" Fireline or similar strong thread for bracelet strands. Email joan@joanbabcock.com with any questions about supplies.

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27-04 Mastering the Curl Day: Sunday, April 27, 2008 Hours: 9:30 a.m. (3-4 hours) Teacher: Jeannette Cook Class Level: All Complete in Class? No Prerequisite: Seed bead experience with needle and thread. Kit Mandatory? Yes Cost: $45; Mandatory Kit Fee $42 Class Limit: 20 people; Min. 8; To date: 13 Medium/Technique: Peyote Click image for larger view

Class Description: Mastering the Curl is Jeannette's signature class! This class is a favorite because it is fun for people with all skill levels. Mandatory Kit: Assorted beads in 5-7 sizes and shapes and complete instructions. Necklace and lampwork beads NOT included. Student Supplied Supplies: Seed bead experience with needle and thread.

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27-05 Hand Pin Day: Sunday, April 27, 2008 Hours: 9:30 a.m. (3-4 hours) Teacher: Leah Ready Class Level: All Complete in Class? No Prerequisite: A willingness to learn and a good sense of humor. Kit Mandatory? Yes Cost: $25; Mandatory Kit Fee $20 Class Limit: 16 people; Min. 4; To date: 5 Medium/Technique: Bead embroidery, Finishing Click image for larger view

Class Description: Learn basic bead embroidery techniques while creating a classy pin. Mandatory Kit: Lacey's stiff stuff; ultra suede; pin back; pearls, rhinestones, or nail heads; bugles; size 11 and 15 seed beads; centerpiece element. Student Supplied Supplies: SoNo or Nymo (D), sharp scissors, #12 sharps needles, light, E6000 glue.

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27-06 Spring Flowers Earrings Day: Sunday, April 27, 2008 Hours: 9:00 a.m. (3-4 hours) Teacher: Ann Severine Class Level: All Complete in Class? No Prerequisite: Students must have some experience with off-loom seed bead weaving. Kit Mandatory? No Cost: $35; Non-Mandatory Kit Fee $12 Class Limit: 20 people; Min. 3; To date: 4 Medium/Technique: Peyote, Netting Click image for larger view

Class Description: I love spring flowers! Warning: If you get hooked on these sweet flowers they may migrate to your neck or wrist! Non-Mandatory Kit: Size 11 seed beads in three colors, sterling silver ear wires, size 12 needles, Nymo (D), drop beads for flower centers. Student Supplied Supplies: Scissors, bead mat, light, thread conditioner.

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27-07 Layered Bracelet Day: Sunday, April 27, 2008 Hours: 9:30 a.m. (3-4 hours) Teacher: Kelly Wiese Class Level: All Complete in Class? No Prerequisite: None Kit Mandatory? Yes Cost: $30; Mandatory Kit Fee $22 Class Limit: 15 people; Min. 3; To date: 5 Medium/Technique: Peyote, Netting Click image for larger view

Class Description: This elegant bracelet is constructed using peyote and a daisy chain variation. The crystals add an extra sparkle. Mandatory Kit: Seed beads, crystals, hex beads, clasp, needles, thread. Student Supplied Supplies: Scissors, bead mat.

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27-08 Zen Bracelet Day: Sunday, April 27, 2008 Hours: 9:30 a.m. (3-4 hours) Teacher: Karey Grant Class Level: All Complete in Class? Yes Prerequisite: None Kit Mandatory? Yes Cost: $25; Mandatory Kit Fee $13 Class Limit: 10 people; Min. 3; To date: 1 Medium/Technique: Fiber Art Click image for larger view

Class Description: Use a mix of organic materials to make a casual summer bracelet that you won't want to take off! Keep an organized delicate design or bulk it up. Mandatory Kit: Cording, silk, jump rings, and clasp. Student Supplied Supplies: Beads: 4+mm round or flat narrow beads that lay well on cording.

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27-09 Knitting with Beads THIS CLASS IS CANCELLED Day: Sunday, April 27, 2008 Hours: 9:30 a.m. (3-4 hours) Teacher: Pennie Cook Class Level: Beginner Complete in Class? No Prerequisite: None Kit Mandatory? Yes Cost: $35; Mandatory Kit Fee $30 Class Limit: 15 people; Min. 3 Medium/Technique: Knitting Click image for larger view

Class Description: Learn the components of basic knit stitch and picking up lost stitches. You will be able to knit a scarf including the technique to incorporate BEADS in to the body of the scarf and fringe. Mandatory Kit: Knitting needles, yarns, and beads. Student Supplied Supplies: Scissors, bead mat.

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27-10 Finishing Techniques Day: Sunday, April 27, 2008 Hours: 1:00 p.m. (3-4 hours) Teacher: Shawn Janecek Class Level: All Complete in Class? Yes Prerequisite: None Kit Mandatory? Yes Cost: $25; Mandatory Kit Fee $20 Class Limit: 18 people; Min. 3; To date: 5 Medium/Technique: Finishing Click image for larger view

Class Description: This class will show you how to properly give your jewelry piece that professional finished sparkle. Mandatory Kit: Ear wires, beads, chain, French Bullion, etc. Student Supplied Supplies: Magnifying glasses, light. Optional: Round nose pliers.

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27-11 Wire Crochet Beaded Necklace Day: Sunday, April 27, 2008 Hours: 1:00 p.m. (3-4 hours) Teacher: Lynn Kearney Class Level: Intermediate Complete in Class? No Prerequisite: Previous bead work and crochet Kit Mandatory? Yes Cost: $45; Mandatory Kit Fee $38 Class Limit: 10 people; Min. 3; To date: 3 Medium/Technique: Wire crochet Click image for larger view

Class Description: As unique as you are! Create a beaded/button crochet necklace with the mixed media of wire, yarn and trim, and beads! Mandatory Kit: Beads, 28 gauge wire, crochet hook, trims, caps, clasp, and buttons. Two options to chose from. Student Supplied Supplies: If you prefer, bring 150 of your own beads and kit price will be adjusted.

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27-12 Twisted Wire Bracelet Day: Sunday, April 27, 2008 Hours: 1:00 p.m. (3-4 hours) Teacher: Dina Green Class Level: Beginner Complete in Class? Yes Prerequisite: A basic knowledge of jewelry making tools as well as experience wire wrapping. Kit Mandatory? Yes Cost: $25; Mandatory Kit Fee $38 Class Limit: 12 people; Min. 3; To date: 6 Medium/Technique: Wire Wrap Click image for larger view

Class Description: A silver bracelet never goes out of style! Learn to make this classic-styled sterling silver bracelet using twisted wire tubes for a "bali bead" look. Mandatory Kit: All materials will be included. Student Supplied Supplies: Round nose pliers, chain or flat nose pliers, flush cut clippers, medium or fine metal file, tape measure, work surface.

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27-13 Embellish Your Wire Wrap Day: Sunday, April 27, 2008 Hours: 1:00 p.m. (3-4 hours) Teacher: Zelda Bailey Class Level: All Complete in Class? Yes Prerequisite: None Kit Mandatory? Yes Cost: $25; Mandatory Kit Fee $20 Class Limit: 10 people; Min. 3; To date: 4 Medium/Technique: Wire Wrap Click image for larger view

Class Description: Basic wire wrapping is beautiful, but techniques learned in this class add extra sparkle and interest. Try all the techniques and leave with a booklet and samples for future inspiration. Mandatory Kit: Illustrated instruction book, sterling silver and 14k Gold-filled wire, key ring, beads. Wire work tools will be provided for class. Student Supplied Supplies: May bring wire work tools, light, magnifying glass.

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27-14 Beginning Chain-mail Day: Sunday, April 27, 2008 Hours: 1:00 p.m. (3-4 hours) Teacher: Rex Brown Class Level: All Complete in Class? Yes Prerequisite: None Kit Mandatory? Yes Cost: $50; Mandatory Kit Fee $15 Class Limit: 20 people; Min. 1; To date: 6 Medium/Technique: Chain-mail Click image for larger view

Class Description: You will learn two chain-mail weaves, enabling you to leave with a complete bracelet and set of earrings, and the materials and knowledge to create more on your own. Mandatory Kit: Case, pliers, rings. Student Supplied Supplies: None

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27-15 Reversible Star Pendant Day: Sunday, April 27, 2008 Hours: 1:00 p.m. (3-4 hours) Teacher: Betsy Ellis Class Level: Intermediate Complete in Class? Some students will complete in class. Prerequisite: Must be able to follow Multi step directions. Kit Mandatory? Yes Cost: $30; Mandatory Kit Fee $12 Class Limit: 10 people; Min. 3; To date: 2 Medium/Technique: Other Click image for larger view

Class Description: Student will create a reversible star pendant using crystal bicone beads. Mandatory Kit: Swarovski crystal bicones, glass beads, stringing material, findings, needle. Student Supplied Supplies: Beading pad, light.

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27-16 Super Clever Square Stitch Day: Sunday, April 27, 2008 Hours: 1:00 p.m. (3-4 hours) Teacher: Dustin Wedekind Class Level: All Complete in Class? Yes Prerequisite: Thread a needle, defensive driving skills. Kit Mandatory? Yes Cost: $45; Mandatory Kit Fee $10 Class Limit: 10 people; Min. 3; To date: 7 Medium/Technique: Seed Beads: Tubular Square stitch Click image for larger view

Class Description: Reinforced tubular square stitch makes fetching beaded beads; add square-stitch increases to encase a magnet for a matching clasp. Mandatory Kit: Size 8 and 11 seed beads in two colors, magnetic clasp and stringing material; size D thread and beading needle. Student Supplied Supplies: Student must bring scissors, bead mat/bowl, X-ray apron if needed to shield pacemakers or microwaves from magnetic-clasp radiation.

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27-17 Pop-Top Toggle Day: Sunday, April 27, 2008 Hours: 1:00 p.m. (3-4 hours) Teacher: Jeannette Cook Class Level: All Complete in Class? Yes Prerequisite: Seed bead experience with needle and thread. Kit Mandatory? Yes Cost: $45; Mandatory Kit Fee $38 Class Limit: 8 people; Min. 20; To date: 6 Medium/Technique: Peyote, Netting Click image for larger view

Class Description: It is almost magic the way this ingenious little toggle works! A peyote casing is custom fit to a smooth round bead. Mandatory Kit: Kit includes delicas, tear drop shaped beads, 3 sizes of seed beads, and complete instructions. Student Supplied Supplies: Size 12 beading needles, favorite thread, light.

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